Washington Youth Tour and Cooperative Youth Summit

During the Washington Youth Tour, June 15-20, 2025, high school juniors will experience Washington, D.C. with students from across the country, meeting lawmakers and touring all the sights. Palmetto Electric will cover the costs of three students’ round-trip plane tickets, tours and meals. A $5,000 scholarship will be awarded to one participant from South Carolina. 

At the Cooperative Youth Summit, July 14-17, 2025, three high school sophomores and/or juniors will get to experience South Carolina’s capital like never before. Tour the Statehouse, meet lawmakers and see how co-ops are preparing for our state's energy future. Plus, there will be plenty of fun with visits to popular Columbia attractions like Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.  Palmetto Electric will cover your expenses. 

Washington Youth Tour and Cooperative Youth Summit applicants' primary residence must be served by Palmetto Electric Cooperative.

Applications will be available January 1, 2025. Deadline to apply is February 28, 2025.  For questions, please contact Brooke Mingledorff at (843) 208-5556 or email youthtour@palmetto.coop